Leonardo Castellino
Miami Lakes,Florida
Summary
Experienced IR RN seeking to expand skills and knowledge in a dynamic healthcare setting. Ready to bring expertise in interventional radiology to a team focused on professional development and career growth. Committed to delivering top-notch patient care and staying updated on industry advancements. Excited about potential role with an innovative organization that values continuous learning and personal development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical staff nurse
University of Miami Hospital
02.2017 - 03.2025
- Staff RN in the interventional Radiology Department and Emergency Department.
- Skillfully managed crises situations involving aggressive behavior or medical emergencies by applying appropriate de-escalation techniques or initiating lifesaving interventions as needed.
- Increased patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns, empathetic listening, and thoughtful explanations of medical procedures.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.
Clinical staff nurse
Baptist Health Homestead
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Conducted ongoing assessments to ensure accurate diagnoses, appropriate interventions, and optimal outcomes in patient care.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Clinical staff nurse
Jackson Memorial Hospital
10.2012 - 09.2015
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Clinical staff nurse
South Florida Tenet resource
03.2011 - 09.2012
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring that patients'' needs were met, their rights respected, and their concerns addressed promptly.
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Clinical staff nurse
Jackson Memorial Hospital
05.2007 - 03.2011
- I began my Nursing career here at Jackson Memorial Hospital in May 2007. I was offered an internship position with jackson health systems in ER-B for senior RN students. In April of 2008 I was offered a fulltime position in ER-B.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining up-to-date knowledge in emergency medicine.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies upon discharge, reducing readmission rates for ER services.
- Managed critical patients with life-threatening conditions, prioritizing interventions to stabilize health status swiftly.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - nursing
Florida International University
Miami, FL01.2007
Skills
- Extensive experience in acute care and interventional radiology
- Acute care management
- Behavioral health care
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Effective task prioritization
- Self-driven motivation
- Preceptorship
LANGUAGES
English and Spanish Fluently
Certification
- Licensed RN - 2008
- BLS Training - 2025
- ACLS Training - 2025
Timeline
Clinical staff nurse
University of Miami Hospital
02.2017 - 03.2025
Clinical staff nurse
Baptist Health Homestead
01.2016 - 08.2016
Clinical staff nurse
Jackson Memorial Hospital
10.2012 - 09.2015
Clinical staff nurse
South Florida Tenet resource
03.2011 - 09.2012
Clinical staff nurse
Jackson Memorial Hospital
05.2007 - 03.2011
Bachelor of Science - nursing
Florida International University
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